Local elections are coming up — 7 May 2026
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Alyson Kordbarlag
Green Party candidate for Barnes
As a councillor, I would push for Sunderland to be a trial site for universal basic income. Trials elsewhere suggest this is an effective and cost-efficient way to create jobs and significantly reduce poverty. I would ensure that new housing is eco-friendly and allows every resident access to green space. Cycle paths need to be more clearly marked to encourage use. This would reduce emissions and improve health. Litter is an ugly problem and I would make sure that more and larger litter bins are provided and emptied regularly. Be ambitious for our city when you vote on May 6th.
Barnes Ward
Where Alyson fits into things
Sunderland Central
Constituency
Barnes
Ward
Alyson Kordbarlag
Candidate
Barnes
About the role
The responsibility of a councillor is to represent the people within a ward by making decisions on local services and other local issues.
What councillors do
- Make decisions on local services like housing, roads, and parks
- Represent residents' concerns at council meetings
- Help resolve local issues raised by constituents
- Set council budgets and local tax levels
How to influence
- Attend local council surgeries
- Write or email about local issues
- Attend public council meetings
- Join local community groups
Council
Sunderland